Blizzard Entertainment has announced its plans for Blizzard Arena Los Angeles, a new esports venue that will open on October 7. Situated in Burbank Studios, the studio at Blizzard Arena Los Angeles has been custom-tailored to support an exciting live-event experience for local attendees and broadcast audiences. (more…)
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MSG Acquires Controlling Stake in Counter Logic Gaming
The Madison Square Garden Company (MSG) has made an investment in esports, acquiring a controlling interest in the organization Counter Logic Gaming (CLG). (more…)
Seven Cities Announced for Overwatch League
Overwatch League has secured agreements with some high-profile investors for seven cities, according to an announcement from Activision Blizzard. (more…)
Report: Kraft, Wilpon Buying Into Overwatch League
Two prominent names are entering the eSports arena, as Robert Kraft and the owners of the New York Mets are buying entries in the Overwatch League, according to ESPN. (more…)
Personnel News: Sacramento Kings, NBA
There are a pair of interesting personnel news items to report, as the Sacramento Kings and the NBA have announced new appointments. (more…)
New Esports Arena Las Vegas Set for Luxor Hotel
An underused nightclub at the Luxor Hotel and Casino is set to be transformed into Esports Arena Las Vegas, as the first permanent esports venue on The Strip is set to open in early 2018. (more…)
Wes Edens to Launch FlyQuest
As part of his eSports portfolio, Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Wes Edens is expected to establish FlyQuest in the near future. (more…)
Report: Wes Edens Buying into eSports
At a price of $2.5 million, Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Wes Edens is buying into the eSports field, according to a report from ESPN. (more…)
76ers Enter eSports Field with Team Dignitas and Apex Gaming Acquisitions
The Philadelphia 76ers made some history today, becoming the first North American sports franchise to acquire an eSports team after acquiring controlling stakes in Team Dignitas and Team Apex from owners Michael O’Dell and David Slan, respectively. (more…)